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Severance accrual, current

Ciena Severance accrual, current increased by 200.7% to $1.61M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 262.5%, from $443.00K to $1.61M. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionOther
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2026
Last reportedQ1 2026

How to read this metric

An increase suggests active cost-cutting or organizational transformation, while a decrease indicates the completion of restructuring phases.

Detailed definition

This represents the portion of estimated costs associated with restructuring activities, such as employee severance, tha...

Peer comparison

Commonly seen during periods of industry consolidation or strategic pivots; varies significantly by company cycle.

Metric ID: other_restructuring_reserve_current

Historical Data

14 periods
 Q2 '21Q4 '21Q1 '22Q2 '22Q4 '22Q1 '23Q2 '23Q4 '23Q1 '24Q2 '24Q4 '24Q1 '25Q2 '25Q4 '25
Value$1.17M$770.00K$806.00K$1.46M$421.00K$2.30M$804.00K$716.00K$8.75M$1.24M$443.00K$676.00K$534.00K$1.61M
QoQ Change-34.2%+4.7%+81.0%-71.1%+445.1%-65.0%-10.9%>999%-85.8%-64.3%+52.6%-21.0%+200.7%
YoY Change+24.7%-45.3%+184.7%-44.9%+70.1%+281.3%+54.5%-38.1%-92.3%-57.0%+262.5%
Range$421.00K$8.75M
CAGR+10.2%
Avg YoY Growth+54.6%
Median YoY Growth+24.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ciena's severance accrual, current?
Ciena (CIEN) reported severance accrual, current of $1.61M in Q4 2025.
How has Ciena's severance accrual, current changed year-over-year?
Ciena's severance accrual, current increased by 262.5% year-over-year, from $443.00K to $1.61M.
What does severance accrual, current mean?
The amount of money set aside for restructuring costs expected to be paid out within one year.